TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
Issyk-Kul Lake - the crown jewel of the Tian Shan, Lake Issyk-Kul is 6232 sq m of sparkling blue paradise. The second largest saline lake in the world, its name in Kyrgyz means "hot lake"-- though surrounded by spectacular snow capped peaks, the water never freezes. Silk Road traders stopped here to recover from the grueling trek over the passes of the Tian Shan, and it is still the most popular destination in Kyrgyzstan to relax for both tourists and locals.
Karakol guesthouse 2 nights; Altyn-Arashan hut or yurt 1 night; Jeti-Oguz yurt 1 night
Karakol - Ak-Suu - Karakol; Karakol - Jeti-Oguz - Karakol
Altyn-Arashan and Jeti-Oguz meals
Arrival in Karakol. Accommodation in a local guesthouse.
Morning after breakfast transfer from Karakol town to Ak-Suu. Meet your guide team and start trekking up to the river Ak-Suu. Ascent the hot spring first day. Overnight in a hut or yurt. Trekking time: 4 hours
After breakfast at Altyn-Arashan trek back to Ak-Suu village, where driver will pick up you. You will never be able to forget the sight of the snow on Peak Palatka (Tent) 5260 m. or “Swallow’s Nest Pool”, nestling beneath the open sky. Walk from Altyn Arashan resort down by Arashan Gorge (3-4 hours). Meals at café, accommodation at guest house.
Morning transfer to Jeti-Oguz Gorge. Hiking and having lunch and dinner in the yurt camp, with a guide. It is possible to walk to local waterfall.
After early breakfast transfer to Karakol. From Karakol take a public transport to Bishkek.
